ZENandTECH [Video] http://www.zenandtech.tv/ ZENandTECH centers you inner geek, helps you deal with the demands of a connected life, and nurtures your superhero in training Feeder 2.2.6(1585); Mac OS X Version 10.7.3 (Build 11D50b) http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Georgia and Rene Ritchie rene@zenandtech.tv (Rene Ritchie) rene@zenandtech.tv (Rene Ritchie) Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:09:26 -0400 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:09:26 -0400 http://www.zenandtech.tvhttp://www.mobilenations.com/broadcasting/podcast_zenandtech_144.jpgZENandTECH rene@zenandtech.tv ZENandTECH [Video] ZENandTECH centers you inner geek, helps you deal with the demands of a connected life, and nurtures your superhero in training zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows no no Georgia and Rene Ritchiezen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windowsTechnology/Gadgetsrene@zenandtech.tvrene@zenandtech.tv ZEN and TECH 37 [Video]: The ultimate bucket list http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:08:16 -0400 6CE529E2-DE8D-42D5-AC55-556B574BD6DB Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia & Rene discuss Susie Steiner's Guardian article on the top 5 regrets of dying people: being truer to ourselves, not working as hard, being courageous in the expression of our feelings, staying in better touch, and allowing ourselves to be happier. Georgia and Rene discuss Susie Steiner's Guardian article on the top 5 regrets of dying people: being truer to ourselves, not working as hard, being courageous in the expression of our feelings, staying in better touch, and allowing ourselves to be happier. no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 36 [Video]: Care-taking http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:08:37 -0400 1B0C7C9B-0E61-43FA-91C2-53328B83D0F4 Rene Ritchie and Georgia Georgia and Rene discuss care-taking -- when you put the needs of others ahead of your own to the point where it causes problem for them, for you, or both. What signs to look for, what steps to take to turn it around. This is ZEN and TECH! Georgia and Rene discuss care-taking -- when you put the needs of others ahead of your own to the point where it causes problem for them, for you, or both. What signs to look for, what steps to take to turn it around. This is ZEN and TECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 35 [Video]: Anxiety http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:15:09 -0400 55DBCEF0-7A20-452A-AFD4-A45777F9A703 Mobile Nations Georgia and Rene discuss anxiety and stress, what it is, what causes it, how to better handle it, and ways your tech can help. This is ZEN and TECH! Georgia and Rene discuss anxiety and stress, what it is, what causes it, how to better handle it, and ways your tech can help. This is ZEN and TECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 34 [Video]: Sex and dating tips for Valentine's day http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:21:11 -0500 4959D6A5-91AE-486F-A3DE-196DC59F92EE Mobile Nations Georgia and Rene discuss sex and dating tips for Valentine's day, whether you're single, broken up, just starting a new relationship, ready to get serious, or been together forever and looking for new ways to re-light the sparks. This is ZEN and TECH! Georgia and Rene discuss sex and dating tips for Valentine's day, whether you're single, broken up, just starting a new relationship, ready to get serious, or been together forever and looking for new ways to re-light the sparks. This is ZEN and TECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 33 [Video]: Review III http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:19:17 -0500 335F9BED-5F10-4064-AA63-E381D0CCB0D3 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene circle back around and review taking and giving criticism, dealing with work stress, handling the holidays, improving self-esteem, traveling with the family and for work, New Year's resolutions, forgiveness, and dealing with depression! Georgia and Rene circle back around and review taking and giving criticism, dealing with work stress, handling the holidays, improving self-esteem, traveling with the family and for work, New Year's resolutions, forgiveness, dealing with depression, and the fitness challenge! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 32 [Video]: Mobile Nations health and fitness kickoff http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Georgia and Rene are joined by CrackBerry Kevin Michaluk to kickoff Mobile Nations Fitness Month. We break down how best to get started, set attainable goals, and get results, and address some of the most common questions and misconceptions. This is ZEN and TECH!

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]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:28:44 -0500 B8C377A0-61CE-48F3-91C5-3614B8EB89AB Georgia, Rene Ritchie, and Kevin Michaluk Georgia and Rene are joined by CrackBerry Kevin Michaluk to kickoff Mobile Nations Fitness Month. We break down how best to get started, set attainable goals, and get results, and address some of the most common questions and misconceptions. Georgia and Rene are joined by CrackBerry Kevin Michaluk to kickoff Mobile Nations Fitness Month. We break down how best to get started, set attainable goals, and get results, and address some of the most common questions and misconceptions. This is ZEN and TECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 31 [Video]: Dealing with depression http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:52:57 -0500 616943D5-7939-41F8-818D-0B6CC2A781B3 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene talk about depression: what it is, what forms it takes, how to tell if you’re dealing with it, and what steps to take to try and address it. This is ZEN and TECH! Georgia and Rene talk about depression: what it is, what forms it takes, how to tell if you’re dealing with it, and what steps to take to try and address it. This is ZEN and TECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZEN and TECH 30 [Video]: Forgiveness http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:44:34 -0500 F3C61C90-5416-4832-9B69-390DC972E45D Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss forgiveness, including the importance of judging the intention not just the act, figuring out what you want from any relationship, and understanding that ultimately we can only control ourselves. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss forgiveness, including the importance of judging the intention not just the act, figuring out what you want from any relationship, and understanding that ultimately we can only control ourselves. This is ZENandTECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 29 [Video]: Business travel tips http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:25:26 -0500 38174A33-4D79-486C-ACB3-B7E191A271F2 Georgia, Rene Ritchie, and Phil Nickinson Georgia and Rene talk about how to plan for stress-free travel and go over gadgets and apps that can help you relax and enjoy your time on the road, in the air, and away from home. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene talk about how to plan for stress-free travel and go over gadgets and apps that can help you relax and enjoy your time on the road, in the air, and away from home. This is ZENandTECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 28 [Video]: New Year's resolution http://www.zenandtech.tv Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:24:46 -0500 51810697-2E79-4CF9-ADD0-8467DB6640DE Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss New Year's resolutions -- how to make reasonable goals and how to stick with them, including dieting and nutrition, exercise and weight loss, and getting more from your life. Georgia and Rene discuss New Year's resolutions -- how to make reasonable goals and how to stick with them, including dieting and nutrition, exercise and weight loss, and getting more from your life. no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 27 [Video]: Stress-free travel http://www.zenandtech.tv Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:41:36 -0500 0140E056-CAA9-4586-9CF4-A1CE1B4B6144 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene talk about how to plan for stress-free travel and go over gadgets and apps that can help you relax and enjoy your time on the road, in the air, and away from home. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene talk about how to plan for stress-free travel and go over gadgets and apps that can help you relax and enjoy your time on the road, in the air, and away from home. This is ZENandTECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 26 [Video]: Self-esteem http://www.zenandtech.tv Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:31:30 -0500 B19C9707-6A79-484E-81FA-05067A23A8E7 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss self-esteem, the differences between internal and external, global and situational, what causes negative self-esteem, and how you can start building positive self-esteem back. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss self-esteem, the differences between internal and external, global and situational, what causes negative self-esteem, and how you can start building positive self-esteem back. This is ZENandTECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 25 [Video]: Stress-free shopping http://www.zenandtech.tv Georgia and Rene discuss ways to de-stress your holiday shopping, and our guide to the best zen and tech gifts for 2011. This is ZENandTECH!

Georgia's gift picks

Rene's gift picks

  • Global knives
  • [iRobot Roomba vacuuming robot(http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=irobot%20roomba%20vacuuming%20robot&tag=mbn0c-20&index=garden&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325)

Shopping tips

  • Make a list before leaving to shop
  • Set a budget -- for each person -- before leaving to shop
  • Shop at off hours to avoid crowds
  • Shop online to avoid crowds
  • Get the store to gift wrap
  • Don't shop when you're feeling guilty
  • Make a note of refund/exchange policies
]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 03:21:13 -0500 647B54A6-C80A-4444-9E78-4248BEC0681C Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss ways to de-stress your holiday shopping, and our guide to the best zen and tech gifts for 2011. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss ways to de-stress your holiday shopping, and our guide to the best zen and tech gifts for 2011. This is ZENandTECH! no rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 24 [Video]: Handling the holidays http://www.zenandtech.tv Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:05:19 -0500 A649DEDE-4452-445E-8065-51E707ADBD85 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss strategies for coping with the holidays, including dealing with family, friends... and the in-laws. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss strategies for coping with the holidays, including dealing with family, friends... and the in-laws. This is ZENandTECH! no 33:22 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 23 [Video]: Work stress http://www.zenandtech.tv Tue, 15 Nov 2011 11:46:42 -0500 28E79414-4990-44EB-ADB6-8F634E7BB750 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss how to deal with stress at work, including settings expectations, setting boundaries, communicating, taking breaks, and not becoming a slave to your smartphone. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss how to deal with stress at work, including settings expectations, setting boundaries, communicating, taking breaks, and not becoming a slave to your smartphone. This is ZENandTECH! no 35:16 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 22 [Video]: Criticism http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:36:41 -0500 9743B889-9AB5-404D-BC1A-BAFFBE1F8119 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Criticism is everywhere. But how well do we handle dishing it out and how well do we take it? Georgia and Rene talk about why criticism exists and how to get better at giving and taking it, from constructive to destructive to flat out trolling and flaming Criticism is everywhere. But how well do we handle dishing it out, and how well do we take it? Georgia and Rene talk about why criticism exists, and how to get better at giving and taking it, especially in our modern, often anonymized internet world -- from constructive to destructive to flat out trolling and flaming. This is ZENandTECH. no 35:14 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 21 [Video]: Review II http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:19:42 -0400 39F66DEF-C48C-4018-912C-F2B0AD6E785D Georgia and Rene Ritchie Review taking care of yourself, working on passive relaxation, setting goals, dealing with negative thinking with positive counter-statements, the importance of play, helping others deal with death, and getting better at communications. This is ZENandTECH Georgia and Rene circle back around and review taking care of yourself, working on passive relaxation, setting goals, dealing with negative thinking with positive counter-statements, the importance of play, helping others deal with death, and getting better at communications. This is ZENandTECH! no 37:51 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 20 [Video]: Communications http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:29:11 -0400 4591DE26-D2DC-481E-A1B1-1AD31CDE2523 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene talk about communication, why it's important, what challenges it faces, and to become better at it. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene talk about communication, why it's important, what challenges it faces, and to become better at it. This is ZENandTECH! no 23:27 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 19 [Video]: Consolation http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:28:55 -0400 33795F74-BC38-4E31-A88F-51A1400A83A5 Rene Ritchie and Georgia In a very special episode of ZENandTECH, Georgia and Rene discuss the death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, and the challenges involved in helping someone close to you deal with the loss of a loved one. In a very special episode of ZENandTECH, Georgia and Rene discuss the death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, and the challenges involved in helping someone close to you deal with the loss of a loved one. no 27:11 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 18 [Video]: Play http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:28:26 -0400 446BC73A-8138-4830-B22E-6A503C4C4CDE Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss the importance of play, how to re-discover your childlike sense of joy, overcome perfectionism, and take things a little less seriously. This is ZENandTECH! no 23:17 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)ZENandTECH centers you inner geek, helps you deal with the demands of a connected life, and nurtures your superhero in trainingzen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 17 [Video]: Positive counterstatements http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:28:12 -0400 8F9C7A59-0AD9-48D2-AAAB-84F31F80C0DD Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene recap negative thinking, then talk about common types, ways to counter, and the power of positive counterstatements and ways to develop them. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene recap negative thinking, then talk about common types, ways to counter, and the power of positive counterstatements and ways to develop them. This is ZENandTECH! no 28:21 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 16 [Video]: Negative Thinking http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:28:04 -0400 AD143CE0-3F25-4C04-A718-AF4A875BDD2B Georgia and Rene Ritchie We can be our own worst bully. If our inner voice pushes us down the path to worry, criticism, victim-hood, perfectionism, and avoidance, our thinking has turned negative and we need to do something about it. This is ZENandTECH! We can be our own worst bully. If our inner voice pushes us down the path to worry, criticism, victim-hood, perfectionism, and avoidance, our thinking has turned negative and we need to do something about it. This is ZENandTECH! no 29:10 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows ZENandTECH 15 [Video]: Goal setting http://www.zenandtech.tv/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:27:52 -0400 C880B6A5-27A8-4A7A-91DC-08FCC4A5B5F6 Georgia and Rene Ritchie Georgia and Rene discuss goal setting -- how to set yourself reasonable challenges, better yourself and enrich your life, and how to recover from the stumbles that inevitably crop up along the way. This is ZENandTECH! Georgia and Rene discuss goal setting -- how to set yourself reasonable challenges, better yourself and enrich your life, and how to recover from the stumbles that inevitably crop up along the way. This is ZENandTECH! no 26:03 rene@zenandtech.tv (rene@zenandtech.tv)zen,tech,technology,stress,anxiety,relaxation,breathing,harmony,ipad,iphone,android,blackberry,webos,mac,windows rene@zenandtech.tvnonadultZENandTECH [Video]